Modern diet, lifestyle and environmental factors can wreak havoc on our digestive systems. Considering how important good gut function is when it comes to things like mental health and immunity, we can see that the gut really is the foundation of health. When considering how to tackle health issues, it is often the first place you need to start. So what can we do to

There has been much discussion of gut health and the microbiome (the ecosystem of bacteria that live in our digestive tracts), and for good reason – the condition of our gut is absolutely fundamental to our overall state of health. When considering health, everything from stress to diet to structural issues is connected, however the centre of that connection is most definitely the gut. I

I’ve been making this a lot recently, it goes really nicely with fish, or veggie burgers, or alongside a mix of salads. This dish is packed full of fibre, vitamin C, vitamin K, beta carotene, B vitamins and magnesium. It’s also a great source of prebiotics (food that your gut bacteria love to munch on!). You could make it just with squash if you want

A healthy hot chocolate?! Surely not… YES. I’ve been making this a lot recently and it’s soothing, delicious and packed full of health boosting ingredients. It’s a much better option than a sugary chocolate bar if you’re feeling grumpy and in need of some chocco derived comfort. The cacao contains a hole host of nutrients and antioxidants (most notably a good dose of magnesium –

This recipe truly is medicine in a bowl, I make it whenever I feel run down, after travelling or when I have a busy week and I know i’ll need quick snacks/ bowls of goodness throughout the week. I make it in big batches with stock from the freezer – either homemade stock, or stock bought from Riverford Organic. It’s a great option if you

Oh the joy of leftovers.. they’re how some of my best new recipe discoveries have been made. Many a time i’ve got back from work having not had the chance to go shopping, and find myself staring forlornly into the abyss of my fridge, utterly convinced I can hear tumbleweed blowing across the empty shelves. But lo and behold! That 2 day old ominous looking

You can’t beat a tall glass of something cool and refreshing on a hot summer’s day – resting back in your sun lounger and hearing the jolly chink of ice cubes dancing about in your glass. But what if you have gut trouble, or are currently working to try and improve your health? Fizzy drinks and juices are packed full of sugar – whether added

Do you ever find yourself stuck in a cooking rut? Making that same salad/curry/stew AGAIN?! Make sure you don’t lose the love for your meals by trying out a new recipe each week to build your repertoire. Here are some of my favourite healthy cookbooks to give you some inspiration.. Vegetarian A Modern Way to Eat – Anna Jones This is a gorgeous book

Ready to upgrade your kitchen? Here are 5 of my favourite kitchen essentials that I make sure are always in plentiful supply.. 1. Coconut oil An organic, cold pressed coconut oil is useful for so many things. It is great for cooking as it has a high smoke point, so won’t denature (change structure) as easily as other oils, making it much safer to use.

In recent years prescriptions for anti anxiety medication have gone through the roof, as people desperately search for something that will take the edge off the unpleasant mental and physical sensation that is anxiety. It is also the most common symptom I hear about in my practice. Anxiety is characterised by a persistent feeling of unease and worry. For some the anxiety can revolve around